Assoc. Professor - Foreign Languages jobs in Colorado Springs, CO

Assoc. Professor - Foreign Languages teaches courses in the discipline area of foreign languages. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Being an Assoc. Professor - Foreign Languages provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Additionally, Assoc. Professor - Foreign Languages typically reports to a department head. Requires a PhD or terminal degree appropriate to the field. Has considerable experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels and conducts research and case studies in field of interest and may publish findings in trade journals or textbooks. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Teacher - Foreign Language - Spanish
  • Montrose County School District RE-1J
  • Montrose, CO OTHER
  • Position Type:
    Teaching - High School/Foreign Language - Spanish

    Date Posted:
    3/1/2024

    Location:
    Montrose High School

    Date Available:
    08/08/2024

    Closing Date:
    03/15/2024

    Position Title: Teacher - Foreign Language - Spanish
    Exempt
    Site: Montrose High School
    Direct Supervisor : Building Principal
    Contracted Length Term : Teacher - 178 Days
    Salary Schedule: Teacher (Range $43,000- $68,243 based on 23/24 salary schedule, education and experience)
    Start Date : August 8, 2024
    Montrose High School Summary
    Montrose High School is the largest school in the district, yet we strive to create a warm and supportive community that values balance in all aspects of life. We prioritize building relationships with our students and staff, and we believe that celebrating successes and fostering growth is critical to student success.

    To ensure that all students are well-equipped for their future, we are constantly refining our instructional framework to include collaboration, standards-based learning, and common and formative assessments. We believe that by working together and focusing on growth, we can help our students achieve their fullest potential, both academically and personally.

    In addition to our focus on academic achievement, we offer a myriad of clubs and extracurricular activities that allow students to explore their interests and develop important life skills. Whether it's through our sports teams, music programs, or 29 student organizations, we encourage students and staff to find their passions and get involved as we embrace the Red Hawk spirit.

    Wherever our students' future paths take them, we are committed to nurturing their success.

    Benefits
    At MCSD, we care about our employees and their loved ones. Our benefits package consist of the following items: a variety of health insurance plans with employer contribution, including dental and vision insurance, Telehealth, a $50,000 life insurance policy with optional additional coverage, PERA retirement contribution, supplemental insurance options including pet insurance, no match tax shelter account options including 401K, 457(b), 403 (b) and Roth, before tax deductions and flexible spending options, paid leave options and holidays based upon the position, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

    Added perks: Great people to work with, professional development, advancement opportunities, and multiple wellness programs with incentives.
    Summary of Position:
    Under direction of building and district leadership, Olathe Middle/High School is seeking a dynamic and passionate Foreign Language Teacher to join our high school team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Spanish and possess a strong commitment to inspiring students to develop their language proficiency and cultural understanding. The Foreign Language Teacher will be responsible for implementing engaging curriculum, effective teaching strategies, and fostering a supportive learning environment where students can thrive academically and personally. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of students' linguistic skills and cultural awareness in preparation for post secondary opportunities.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Teach and instruct in secondary Foreign Language program.
    • Utilize an adopted course of study, instructional program guidelines, and other materials in planning and developing lesson plans and teaching outlines.
    • To develop students' knowledge, skills and abilities in comprehending, speaking, reading and writing a language other than English, and to develop an understanding and appreciation of the native culture of the countries where the language is the primary means of communication.
    • Pursue a variety of methodology in teaching and instructing pupils, including lectures, demonstrations, discussions, lectures, and laboratory experiences.
    • Conduct teaching and instructional activities, using educational equipment, materials, books, and other learning aids.
    • Provides instruction in citizenship and other subject matter specified by legal mandate, District policy, and administrative regulations.
    • Plan, develop, and utilize a variety of instructional materials and aids appropriate to the intellectual and instructional level of pupils from varied socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, and who possess a range of mental and emotional maturity.
    • Review, analyze and evaluate the history, background, and assessment of pupils in designing instructional programs to meet individual educational needs.
    • Individualize and adapt educational processes and procedures to enhance pupil educational opportunities.
    • Provide group and individual instruction to motivate pupils, and effectively utilize the time available for instructional activities.
    • Maintain appropriate standards of pupil behavior, using behavioral management strategies and techniques, including positive reinforcement and behavior shaping procedures.
    • Review, analyze evaluate, and report pupil academic, social, and emotional growth.
    • Prepare, administer, score, record, and report the results of criterion referenced tests, and administers, scores, records, and reports the results of group standardized tests in evaluating pupil growth and progress.
    • Counsel, confer with and communicate with parents, school, and District personnel regarding pupil progress, and in the interpretation of the educational program.
    • Cooperatively pursue alternative solutions to ameliorate pupil learning problems, and to enhance expanded academic, social, and emotional growth opportunities.
    • Maintain an effective learning environment through the proper control of heating, lighting, and ventilation, and the utilization of exhibits, displays, and independent study centers.
    • Select and requisition appropriate educational supplies, materials, books, equipment, and learning aids.
    • Perform a variety of non-instructional duties, including curriculum and instructional development activities, student supervision, and consultation activities.
    • All other duties as assigned.
    Education/Certification:
    Bachelor's Degree AND; Must possess a current State of Colorado Teachers License or ability to obtain within first year of employment. Subject area endorsement in particular teaching area strongly preferred.

    Experience:
    Successful completion of student teaching at a recognized college or university, or two years of regular full time secondary level teaching experience.

    Knowledge of and Abilities:
    Knowledge of :
    • Principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instruction of secondary level pupils.
    • Academic, social, and behavioral characteristics of secondary level pupils.
    • Educational curriculum and instructional goals and objectives, and educational trends and research findings pertaining to comprehensive secondary programming.
    • Behavior management and behavior shaping strategies, techniques and methods, and conflict resolution procedures.
    • Socio-economic and cultural background differences of the school population.
    Ability to :
    • Plan, organize, develop, and conduct a comprehensive teaching and instruction program for pupils at the secondary level.
    • Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for pupils from a wide range of socio-economic levels and cultural backgrounds.
    • Effectively assess the instructional and educational needs of pupils, and design, develop, and implement sound instructional and educational programs.
    • Provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment.
    • Perform research and development activities pertaining to curriculum and instructional programs and innovative and creative pilot projects designed to enhance pupil educational opportunities and experiences.
    Physical Requirements:
    The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions:
    • Work is performed in a standard classroom setting with some work being performed at various District properties and off-site locations.
    • Heavy lifting, bending, stooping, sitting, standing for long periods of time may be required.
    • Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 5 to 25 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
    • Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by weather may occasionally be experienced.
    • Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate business related equipment, and handling and working with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job.
    Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.
    This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor.
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Foreign Disclosure Representative
  • Sigmatech, Inc.
  • Colorado Springs, CO FULL_TIME
  • Job Description: Support Foreign Disclosure Officers (FDO) with subject matter expertise and functional knowledge to ensure proper dissemination of classified and controlled information. TheFDR will c...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Assoc Nurse Manager Ortho
  • UCHealth
  • Colorado, CO FULL_TIME
  • Location: UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central, US:CO:Colorado Springs Department: Ortho Spine Patient Care Unit FTE: Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Days Pay: $38.29 - $59.3...
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Russian Substitute Foreign Language Instructor
  • Yorktown Systems Group
  • Colorado, CO FULL_TIME
  • Job Description: Substitute Russian Foreign Language Instructor will assist an ongoing requirement for live virtual Distance Learning (DL) foreign Language, Regional Expertise, and Cultural (LREC) ins...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Acute Care Assoc Nurse Manager
  • UCHealth
  • Colorado, CO FULL_TIME
  • Location: UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central, US:CO:Colorado Springs Department: MHC 4 East Medical Surgical FTE: Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Flex Pay: $38.29 - $59.35 ...
  • 7 Days Ago

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0 Assoc. Professor - Foreign Languages jobs found in Colorado Springs, CO area

Colorado Springs is a home rule municipality that is the largest city by area in Colorado as well as the county seat and the most populous municipality of El Paso County, Colorado, United States. Colorado Springs is located in the east central portion of the state. It is situated on Fountain Creek and is located 60 miles (97 km) south of the Colorado State Capitol in Denver. At 6,035 feet (1,839 m) the city stands over 1 mile (1.6 km) above sea level, though some areas of the city are significantly higher and lower. Colorado Springs is situated near the base of Pikes Peak, which rises 14,115 f...
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Income Estimation for Assoc. Professor - Foreign Languages jobs
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